Moving day is a stressful and intimidating event for the majority of people. Making sufficient preparations for the relocation, on the other hand, will help. Hiring professional packers and movers such as VRL Packers and Movers reduces stress because we handle the hard lifting and logistics for you.

Here are some suggestions to help your professional packers and movers with your domestic move.

Disconnect and prepare your appliances

Moving your appliances might be a significant inconvenience if you don't plan ahead of time. To begin, make sure that all of your appliances, such as your refrigerator, washer, dryer, and dishwasher, are empty and dry. Allow your refrigerator to defrost for at least 24 hours before relocating. Then make certain that each is disconnected and secured. Professional packers and movers will not undertake these duties in advance, so make plans to prepare large appliances prior to moving day. If you decide to do the job on your own, make sure you read the instructions first.

Prepare before the packers and movers arrive

If you're doing it yourself, finish packing your belongings well before the packers and movers arrive. If you have prepared your belongings to be put onto the truck, we will have a simpler time when we arrive.

If you have a full-service move and your moving company is packing for you the morning of your relocation, be ready for them. Eat a decent breakfast, for example, and have your basics box packed, labeled, and ready. The better prepared you are, the sooner we can begin packing.

Carry jewelry, valuables, and prescriptions yourself

Certain assets, such as jewels, antiques, and sentimental things that cannot be replaced, should be packed and moved by you.
Take inventory of your valuables first, then plan your packing method. Along with your valuables, place paper records such as birth certificates, passports, and bank statements in a separate box that will accompany you during the journey.

Label Boxes Properly

To make reading and scanning boxes faster as we work, properly label the cartons with the contents and the destination room at your new home specified on either side of the box. Boxes must be able to be loaded and unloaded without packers and movers assuming where we should go in your new home.

Make Room for the Truck

When planning your move, leave enough space in front of your old and new homes for the truck. Because parking may be problematic where you're relocating, you may need to obtain a permit before you move. To solve these difficulties, including parking availability on your moving day to-do list.

Clear Pathways Inside and Outside Your Home

Make sure there is no clutter or other potential tripping hazards in your home's hallways, and leave enough space for a dolly or hand truck. Clear a path from the home to the moving truck for the packers and movers, as well as the sidewalks and driveway.

Children and animals should be protected

Make plans for the care of children and pets before moving day, as we can get underfoot. Plan for them to go to a sitter's house for safekeeping until moving day, or designate a space in your home as their "safe place." Plan for a designated family member to supervise them at your home, and instruct the packers and movers not to enter that room while we are working.

Get Professional Moving Assistance

These pointers can assist you and your packers and movers in making your move a success. Please contact us for a free estimate.